Sony Playstation 2 User manual

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User's Guide
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Before using this product, carefully read the supplied documentation.
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2Table of contents
Preparation
Getting started................................................................................ 3
Part names...................................................................................... 3
Connecting to a TV........................................................................4
Connecting digital audio equipment ..............................................6
Connecting the controller............................................................... 6
Connecting the AC power cord...................................................... 7
Turning the console on and off ......................................................8
Games
Playing a game...............................................................................9
Using memory cards .................................................................... 12
Audio CDs
Playing an audio CD ....................................................................14
DVDs
Watching a DVD ..........................................................................16
Using the playback modes............................................................20
Adjusting DVD player settings ....................................................22
Main menu
Displaying the main menu............................................................29
Using the Browser screen.............................................................29
Using the System Configuration menu ........................................30
Using the Version Information screen..........................................33
Networking
Networking...................................................................................36
Additional information
Specifications ...............................................................................39
About the PlayStation®2 console documentation
The PlayStation®2 console documentation includes the following:
• Quick Reference / Safety and Support
A manual that is included in the package with the console. It contains information on
setting up and performing basic operations on the console, as well as safety and
troubleshooting information.
• User's Guide (this document)
This document (in PDF format) is accessed from a PC through the Internet and
contains information on performing advanced operations on the console, technical
specifications and other information. You can download this document from the
support page on the Sony Computer Entertainment Web site
(http://www.us.playstation.com/Support/PS2).
Table of contents

3
Getting started
Preparation
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Set the console in a horizontal position only.
Caution
Do not place the console in locations where it may be exposed to magnetic
fields, such as those produced by magnets or loudspeakers.
Hint
You can connect various USB devices to the PlayStation®2 console, but not all are
compatible. Refer to the instructions supplied with the USB device for more
information.
Preparation
Getting started
Positioning the console
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Part names
PlayStation®2 console front
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Controller port 2
A(open) button
IR receiver
USB connector
MEMORY CARD slot 2
MEMORY CARD slot 1
Controller port 1
]/1 (on/standby) indicator
]/1 (on/standby)/RESET button
Disc cover

4Connecting to a TV
Hint
For part names of the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2), see "Using the analog
controller (DUALSHOCK®2)" ( page 11).
• Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into an electrical outlet
until you have made all other connections.
• Check that the TV is turned off.
Connect the console to the TV as shown below.
PlayStation®2 console rear
Rear vent
~AC IN connector
AV MULTI OUT connector
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector
NETWORK connector
Connecting to a TV
Before connecting
Connecting to a TV using the supplied AV cable
L-AUDIO-RVIDEO
Audio and video inputs of the TV
Do not use when
connecting to a
monaural TV.
To the AV MULTI
OUT connector
AV cable
Console rear
White RedYellow

5
Connecting to a TV
Preparation
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Caution
If you display a still image on a plasma or projection* TV screen for an extended
period of time, "ghosting" may occur. This is a characteristic of these types of
TVs. Static, non-moving images, such as console setting menus, DVD menus or
paused images, may leave a faint image permanently on the TV screen if left on
for an extended time. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details.
Hint
When playing a DVD, connect the console to the TV directly. If the video signal
from the console is coming through a VCR to the TV, copy protection on some
DVDs may affect picture quality.
Picture quality varies depending on the type of cable used. Use the
information below to determine the best connection method.
If you use a cable other than the supplied AV cable, refer to the instructions
supplied with the cable.
Hints
• To use progressive scan, you must have a TV and software that support progressive
scan (480p) and you must connect using the appropriate type of cable*. You must
also check that the console settings are correct. For details, see "Progressive" in
"Setting TV display options" ( page 24).
• This product is compatible for use with component video inputs (Y CB/PBCR/PR),
but cannot be used with inputs in HDTV format (Y PBPR). Refer to the instructions
supplied with your TV for details.
• For TV connection methods not listed in this manual, contact SCEA Consumer
Services via our Web site at http://www.us.playstation.com or call 1-800-345-
7669.
* Except those of LCD screen types
When using a cable other than the supplied AV
cable
TV Cable type
A TV with S VIDEO inputs S VIDEO cable (SCPH-10480 U)
A TV without video inputs RFU adaptor (SCPH-10071)
A TV with component video
input connectors
Component AV cable (SCPH-10490 U)
* The component AV cable (sold separately) is compatible with progressive scan.
Picture quality scale High quality
xRFU adaptor xAV cable (supplied) xS VIDEO cable xComponent AV cable
This scale is intended only as a reference. Depending on the product or
condition of your TV, the picture quality may be different.

6Connecting digital audio equipment
By using a commercially available optical digital cable to connect digital
audio equipment, you can enjoy surround sound with the effect of being in
a movie theater or a concert hall. When connecting the console to audio
equipment with digital connectors, refer to the instructions supplied with
the device to be connected.
Hints
• If you connect the console to audio equipment using an optical digital cable, it may
affect the audio output of some PlayStation®2 format software with the result that
no sound is produced. If this happens, use a cable such as the supplied AV cable
and connect it to the console's AV MULTI OUT connector. Do not use an optical
digital cable.
• After connecting digital audio equipment, set "Digital Out (Optical)" to "On" in the
System Configuration menu. For details, see "Digital Out (Optical)" ( page 31).
1Insert the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) into a controller
port of the console.
Hint
Some software titles designate a specific controller port to be used. Refer to the
instructions supplied with the software for details.
Connecting digital audio
equipment
OPTICAL
DIGITAL IN
Console rear
Connected device
Commercially available optical
digital cable
Connecting the controller
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD
Console front
Analog controller
(DUALSHOCK®2)

7
Connecting the AC power cord
Preparation
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Warnings
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
• Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into an electrical outlet until
you have made all other connections.
1Connect the AC power cord to the ~ AC IN connector on the
console rear.
2Plug the AC power cord into the electrical outlet.
The =/1(on/standby) indicator on the console front will light up in red
to indicate that the console is in standby mode.
Connecting the AC power cord
Console rear
AC power cord
~AC IN connector
Console rear
AC power cord
To the electrical outlet
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Console front
]/1 indicator

8Turning the console on and off
Do not turn on the console until you have finished these steps. Refer to the
instructions supplied with your TV for details.
• Turn on the TV.
• Change your TV setting to display output from the line to which the
console is connected.
1Check that the =/1(on/standby) indicator on the console
front is lit up in red.
2Press the =/1(on/standby)/RESET button on the console
front.
The =/1indicator on the console front will turn green and output from
the console will be displayed on the TV.
Hints
• The first time you turn on the console after purchase, screens for setting
"Language", "Time Zone" and "Daylight Savings Time (Summer Time)" will be
displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the settings.
• If you connect the console to a wide screen TV, set "Screen Size" in the System
Configuration menu ( page 31).
1Press and hold the =/1/RESET button on the console front for
at least one second.
The =/1indicator will turn red to indicate that the console has entered
standby mode.
Warning
The power is not completely turned off when the console is in standby mode. If
you do not plan to use the console for an extended period of time, unplug the
AC power cord from the electrical outlet.
Turning the console on and off
Before turning on the console
Turning on the console
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Console front
=/1/RESET button
=/1indicator
Turning off the console
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Console front
=/1/RESET button
=/1indicator

9
Playing a game
Games
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Check that the connections to the TV and audio equipment are correct and
that the precautions have been met.
• "Precautions" in the Quick Reference / Safety and Support manual
(page2)
• "Connecting to a TV" ( page 4)
• "Connecting the controller" ( page 6)
• "Connecting the AC power cord" ( page 7)
Hint
To play online games, you first need to connect to and set up a network. See
"Connecting to a network" ( page 36) for details.
1Turn on the console ( page 8).
The main menu is displayed ( page 29).
2Press the A(open) button on the console front.
The disc cover opens.
3Place the disc in the console.
Set the disc in the disc holder with the label side facing up.
Games
Playing a game
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
=/1/RESET buttonA(open) button
Disc cover
Place the disc in the console with the label
side facing up.
Place the disc so that all three tabs
are above the disc's surface.
Before playing a game Starting a game

10 Playing a game
4Close the disc cover.
After the disc cover is closed, the game will start.
Hints
• You can also start a game from the Browser screen ( page 29).
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the game will start automatically.
To reset a game
Press the \/1(on/standby)/RESET button on the console front. Do not
accidentally press the @/1/RESET button while playing a game, as doing
so will cause the game to reset.
Caution
When removing a disc, check that the disc has stopped completely. Do not touch
the disc if it is spinning, as doing so may cause injury, damage to the disc or
console malfunction.
1Press the Abutton on the console front.
2Remove the disc.
Hold down the black center part of the disc holder, and then lift the
disc by the edges.
3Close the disc cover.
4Press the =/1/RESET button.
The main menu is displayed ( page 29).
Changing game discs
1Open the disc cover and remove the disc.
When removing a disc, hold down the black center part of the disc
holder and then lift the disc by the edges.
2Insert a new disc.
3Close the disc cover and reset the console.
The new game will start.
Hint
You do not need to turn off the console when changing games.
Ending a game
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Press the black center part of
the disc holder.

11
Playing a game
Games
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The analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) is equipped with a pressure-
sensitive button function. It also has a vibration function.
Part names
* The left and right analog sticks, or the L3 and R3 buttons, function only in analog
mode (indicator: red).
* The L3 and R3 buttons function when the analog sticks are pressed.
Hint
Before using the analog controller
(DUALSHOCK®2), with the console turned on,
rotate the left and right analog sticks once with your
thumbs. Do not twist the analog sticks, but rotate as if
drawing a circle as shown in the diagram.
About mode switching
The ANALOG mode button can be used to switch between two modes.
Switch to the appropriate mode for use. Note, however, that some software
titles make this adjustment automatically.
Hints
• When using the analog controller in digital mode, the left and right analog sticks
do not function. Also, the pressure-sensitive button function is turned off.
• Depending on the software, you may not be able to switch modes even if you press
the ANALOG mode button.
When using in analog mode
• When playing a PlayStation®2 format software title, the left and right
analog sticks/L3 and R3 buttons are active and all buttons except
SELECT, START, L3 and R3 have pressure-sensitive button function.
• When playing a PlayStation®format software title, the left and right
analog sticks are active.
Hint
Depending on the software, the buttons for use in analog mode may be limited. Refer
to the instructions supplied with the software for details.
Using the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
SELECT button
L2 button
L1 button
Directional
buttons
Mode indicator
ANALOG mode button
START button
R2 button
R1 button
button
button
button
button
Right analog stick/ R3 button*
Left analog stick/ L3 button*
Digital mode
(indicator: off)
Analog mode
(indicator: red)

12 Using memory cards
About the vibration function
The vibration function can be set to ON or OFF in the software options
menu.
Hints
• Before using the vibration function, read "Notes on safety when using the analog
controller (DUALSHOCK®2)" in the Quick Reference / Safety and Support
manual ( page 2).
• Depending on the software, the vibration function may be set to "On"
automatically.
• When the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) is not being used, turn the console
off or unplug the controller from the console. The vibration may cause the
controller to unexpectedly move or fall.
You can use the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®) (SCPH-110 U) with
the PlayStation®2 console, but the functions of the buttons in analog mode
may be different from those of the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2).
Only the left and right analog sticks can be used in analog mode.
You can save and load game data using a memory card (sold separately).
You can also delete game data or copy game data from one memory card
to another.
There are two types of memory cards. Select a memory card suitable for
the software in use.
MagicGate™ is a term of copyright protection technology developed by
Sony Corporation.
About using the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®)
(SCPH-110 U)
Using memory cards
About memory card types
Memory card type Compatible software Amount of memory
Memory card (8MB) (for
PlayStation®2) (SCPH-
10020 U)
PlayStation®2 format
software
Approx. 8 MB
Memory card
(SCPH-1020 U)*
* This product is no
longer manufactured.
PlayStation®format
software
15 memory blocks
(approx. 120 KB)

13
Using memory cards
Games
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Insert the memory card into a memory card slot on the console front.
Hint
Some software titles designate a specific memory card slot to use. Refer to the
instructions supplied with the software for details.
Depending on the software, the procedure for saving or loading may vary.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the software for details.
1At the Browser screen ( page 29), use the directional
buttons to select the icon for the memory card you want to
use for copying or deleting data and then press the
button.
2Select the icon for the data you want to copy or delete, and
then press the button.
3Select "Copy" or "Delete", and then press the button.
When copying game data, check that two memory cards are inserted
in the console. If you have selected "Delete", skip to step 5.
4Select the destination, and then press the button.
5Select "Yes", and then press the button.
While copying or deleting data, do not remove the memory cards.
6When copying or deleting is completed, press the button.
Hints
• To view information about a game data item, select the icon for the data and then
press the button to check the details.
• Compatibility between software and memory cards:
– You cannot save or copy PlayStation®2 format software to a memory card
(SCPH-1020 U).
– You cannot save PlayStation®format game data to a memory card (8MB) (for
PlayStation®2). You can, however, copy PlayStation®format game data from a
memory card (SCPH-1020 U) to a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) for
storage purposes. Note that such game data cannot be loaded directly from a
memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2).
Inserting a memory card
Saving or loading game data
Copying or deleting game data
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD
Console front

14 Playing an audio CD
1Turn on the console and insert the disc ( page 9).
Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Starting a game".
The track numbers are displayed.
2Using the directional buttons, select the track number you
want to play and then press the button.
Playback begins.
Hints
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, the track numbers are displayed
automatically.
• You can also start playback from the Browser screen ( page 29).
Caution
To play an audio CD recorded in DTS format, you must connect a device with
a DTS decoder to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector ( page 6). Note
that an extremely loud noise may be emitted if the device does not have a DTS
decoder or if it is connected to the AV MULTI OUT connector.
Using the directional buttons, select the icon for the desired track and then
press the button.
* You can operate directly by pressing the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
buttons shown in parentheses.
Hint
You can also use the DVD remote control (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately).
Audio CDs
Playing an audio CD
Playing a CD
Operating the CD player during playback
Icon (button*)Function
.(L1 button) Go to the beginning of the current or previous track
m(L2 button) Fast reverse
M(R2 button) Fast forward
>(R1 button) Go to the beginning of the next track
N(START button) Start playback
X(START button) Pause playback
x(SELECT button) Stop playback

15
Playing an audio CD
Audio CDs
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1Using the directional buttons, select xand then press the
button.
Playback stops. Press the A(open) button on the console front to
remove the disc.
You can set for "Play Mode" and "Repeat".
1At the Browser screen ( page 29), use the directional
buttons to select the audio CD icon and then press the
button.
The Play Options screen is displayed.
2Select "Play Mode" or "Repeat", and then press the
button.
3Select the desired setting, and then press the button.
If you select "Program", the screen for specifying track order will be
displayed. Select the tracks you want to play.
4Press the button.
The Browser screen is displayed.
5Select the audio CD icon, and then press the button.
The track numbers are displayed, and the setting option is shown in the
lower left of the screen.
6Select the desired track, and then press the button.
Playback begins.
Hints
• You can also access the Play Options screen from the screen displaying the tracks
by selecting the Audio CD icon in the upper left corner of the screen and pressing
the button.
• You can set "Play Mode" and "Repeat" at the same time.
Ending audio CD playback
Playing in various modes
Play Mode Normal Plays tracks as recorded on the CD
Program Plays tracks in a specified order
Shuffle Plays tracks in a random order
Repeat Off Does not play the CD repeatedly
All Plays all tracks repeatedly
1 Plays a track repeatedly

16 Watching a DVD
You can operate the DVD player using the following methods.
• Using the on-screen Control Panel
• Operating directly using the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
• Using the DVD remote control (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately)
The following instructions assume use of the Control Panel to operate the
DVD player. Some operations may be different depending on the method
used.
Hints
• For details about the features available on a DVD, refer to the instructions supplied
with the DVD.
• In rare instances, certain DVDs may not operate properly with the PlayStation®2
console. This is primarily due to variations in the manufacturing process or
software encoding of the DVD-Video software. If you experience problems, try
restarting your DVD. If problems persist, call the publisher of the DVD or contact
SCEA Consumer Services via our Web site at http://www.us.playstation.com or
call 1-800-345-7669.
1Start playback of the DVD ( page 18).
2Press the SELECT button.
The Control Panel is displayed. If you press the SELECT button again,
the display will change its position on the screen.
3Using the directional buttons, select an icon and then press
the button.
Hint
To turn off the Control Panel, press the SELECT button (once or twice), or press the
button.
Control Panel item list
You can access the following options in the Control Panel.
DVDs
Watching a DVD
Using the Control Panel
Icon Function
Menu Displays the DVD-Video menu
Top Menu Displays the DVD-Video menu

17
Watching a DVD
DVDs
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Hints
• You can use " " to check the options that can be accessed directly using the
buttons of the analog controller. To access the options directly using the controller,
you must clear the Control Panel from the screen.
• Depending on the playback mode, some options may not be available or cannot be
adjusted.
OReturn Returns to the previously selected screen
within the DVD's menu
Audio Options Displays and changes audio options on
DVDs with multiple audio tracks
Angle Options Displays and changes viewing angles on
DVDs recorded with multi-angle options
Subtitle Options Displays and changes subtitle options on
DVDs with subtitle options
Go To
Skips to the selected title, chapter or the
specified time, and starts playback
( page 18)
Setup
Displays and changes options for
language, picture quality, Parental Control
level, audio, etc. ( page 22)
Time Display
Displays the current title or chapter
number, the elapsed time, etc.
( page 19)
Help Displays the direct button functions of the
analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2)
0~9 Go to Chapter Used to enter the number of a chapter you
want to play ( page 18)
./>Previous/Next Returns/skips to the beginning of the
current, previous or next chapter
/Search Fast reverses/forwards playback
( page 19)
/Slow Changes to playback/reverse playback in
slow-motion
Icon Function
NPlay Starts playback
XPause Pauses playback
xStop Stops playback ( page 18)
A-B Repeat
Specifies a scene for playback, and starts
playback of the scene that has been set
( page 21)
Shuffle Play Begins playback of titles or chapters in a
random order ( page 21)
Program Play Begins playback of titles or chapters in a
programmed sequence ( page 20)
Repeat Play
Selects repeated playback of all the titles
on the disc, or one title or one chapter
( page 21)
Original/Play List
For DVD-RW discs (VR mode), selects
Original or Play List content to play
( page 20)
Clear Clears selected numbers or playback
modes ( page 22)
Icon Function

18 Watching a DVD
1Turn on the console and insert a disc ( page 9).
Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Starting a game". Playback begins.
Hints
• If you turn on the console after inserting a disc, playback will begin automatically.
• You can also start playback from the Browser screen ( page 29).
1During playback, select xin the Control Panel ( page 16)
and then press the button.
Playback stops. Press the A(open) button on the console front, and
then remove the disc.
1During playback, select xin the Control Panel ( page 16)
and then press the button.
2Select N, and then press the button.
Playback begins from the point where you stopped the disc in step 1.
To clear Resume Play
After step 1, select xand then press the button.
Selecting a scene by chapter number
1During playback, select the desired chapter number in the
Control Panel ( page 16) and then press the button.
Playback of the selected chapter begins. If you want to play a chapter
with a single digit number (i.e. 1-9), enter a leading zero. For example,
enter as "01".
Selecting a scene by title number, chapter number or by
specifying the time
1During playback, select in the Control Panel
( page 16) and then press the button.
2Select an item, and then press the button.
3Select the numbers for the desired scene, and then press the
button.
Playback of the selected chapter begins.
Playing a DVD
Ending DVD playback x
Playing a DVD from the last stopping point
(Resume Play)
Selecting a specific scene for playback
Title Specifies the title number
Chapter Specifies the chapter number
C XX:XX:XX
(or T XX:XX:XX)
Specifies the elapsed time for the chapter (or title)

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Watching a DVD
DVDs
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You can search either forwards or backwards to quickly locate a particular
point on a DVD.
1During playback, select or in the Control Panel
( page 16) and then press and hold the button.
Search speed changes as shown below when you press either the up or
down directional button while holding down the button.
• Search 3
• Search 2
• Search 1
•Slow
2Release the button when you reach the point you are
searching for.
Playback returns to normal speed.
Hint
To use the analog controller for Search during playback, press and hold down the L2
or R2 button to begin searching. Use the directional buttons to change speeds.
Release the L2 or R2 button when you reach the point you are searching for.
You can display information such as the current title number or elapsed
time.
1During playback, select in the Control Panel
( page 16) and then press the button.
The display changes as shown below each time you press the
button.
Finding a particular point on a DVD (Search) Displaying playback information
Title X Chapter X Title number and chapter number
Title X Chapter X C XX:XX:XX Elapsed time of current chapter
Title X Chapter X C - XX:XX:XX Remaining time of current chapter
Title X Chapter X T XX:XX:XX Elapsed time of current title
Title X Chapter X T - XX:XX:XX Remaining time of current title
(Off)

20 Using the playback modes
When using a DVD-RW disc (VR mode), you can select the type of titles
you want to play.
1With playback stopped, select in the Control Panel
( page 16) and then press the button.
Original and Play List will be selected in turn each time you press the
button.
Hints
• Slow-motion play in reverse is not available for DVD-RW discs (VR mode).
• You cannot use this function with Resume Play. Clear Resume Play ( page 18)
before selecting this feature.
Using the various playback modes, you can play titles or chapters in the
order you want or repeat playback of a specific scene. There are four
playback modes:
• Program Play ( page 20)
• Shuffle Play ( page 21)
• Repeat Play ( page 21)
• A-B Repeat ( page 21)
The following instructions assume use of the Control Panel ( page 16)
to operate the DVD player.
Hints
• You can play combinations of Program Play, Shuffle Play, and Repeat Play. Note,
however, that some Shuffle Play or Repeat Play options may not be available
depending on the combination.
• The PlayStation®2 console plays disc content as recorded in the DVD software.
You can create programs to play titles and chapters in any order.
1During playback, select in the Control Panel
( page 16) and then press the button.
2Select a program number, and then press the button.
If no programs have been set, the only option will be "1. Title".
3Select the title number, and then press the button.
Selecting Original or Play List for DVD-RW
playback
Original Plays content in the originally recorded sequence
Play List Plays edited content. Play List is the default setting.
Using the playback modes
Program Play